Physical Workplace Environment's Role in Shaping Employee Satisfaction: Insights from National Food Reserve Agency in Tanzania

Abstract

Physical workplace environment plays a crucial role in shaping employee satisfaction within organizations. This study assesses the influence of the physical workplace environment on employee satisfaction at the National Food Reserve Agency in Tanzania. The study employed a cross-sectional design and quantitative approach, collecting data from a sample of 152 NFRA employees across various zones in Tanzania. Data were collected using structured questionnaires and analyzed using descriptive statistics and logistic regression. The descriptive results show that the overall mean score for employee satisfaction was moderate, with job security being the highest-rated factor. Also, the logistic regression results show a significant association between the physical environment and employee satisfaction, with office layout, cleanliness, and noise levels being significant predictors. The study results underscore the importance of the physical environment in enhancing job satisfaction in the procuring, storing and distributing food agencies like NFRA in Tanzania. The study concludes that the physical workplace environment plays a crucial role in employee satisfaction at NFRA. Improvements in office layout, cleanliness, and noise control are recommended to enhance overall satisfaction and organizational performance. Also, it is recommended that NFRA should prioritize investments in improving the physical work environment, implement policies promoting employee well-being, and encourage active employee engagement in maintaining a conducive workplace.